Viewers of ABC’s The Bachelor might notice that Ben Higgins wears a ceramic bracelet in each episode. That bracelet, which bears the word “hope.,” is made in the hometown community of GraceConnect by MudLOVE, an organization with Grace Brethren roots. (See Making Clean Water from Mud.) The story of Ben’s bracelet is detailed on the MudLOVE
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Everyone who studies the life of Jesus Christ is struck by the intensity and the intimacy of his relationship with his Father. Regularly in quiet places, often early in the morning, often in the middle of a conversation with his earthly disciples, he looked up and spoke with his Father. His ministry began in prayer;
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Since 1974, Grace Brethren Boys (GBB) has taught young men about Christ while engaging them in outdoor activities such as camping and hiking. First established in Kenai, Alaska, the ministry has been utilized by Grace Brethren congregations mostly in Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In recent months, following years of thorough prayer, the ministry of GBB is undergoing
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Pastors and ministry leaders from the western United States are gather this week at The Oaks Camp and Conference Center near Lake Hughes, Calif., for the Southwest Focus Retreat. One of five regional retreats held for Grace Brethren ministry leaders, the retreat is being led by Clancy Cruise, pastor of the Grace Brethren Church, Marysville,
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Nothing is more fascinating than prayer. Through prayer we have direct access to the Creator and Sustainer of the universe. The very thought is extraordinary. And we get a person, not an answering service. Through prayer we have the incredible privilege of influencing history and impacting eternity. When we pray, things happen that would not
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Brian Catron, a member of the Winona Lake, Ind., Grace Brethren Church (Bruce Barlow, lead pastor), is preparing to make a global splash by donating 100 percent of opening-day sales of his new business, Clearwater Car Wash, to Water for Good, a Warsaw-based not-for-profit dedicated to solving the water crisis in the Central African Republic.
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Eighty-two-year-old Ron Jurké (pictured at right) has over 50 years of ministry experience. A high school English teacher by trade, Jurké has always found a way to be involved in ministry, from a stint as the interim pastor at the West Kittanning Grace Brethren Church in Kittanning, Pa. (Larry Edwards, pastor) and to serve with several
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Word has been received of the death of John Heideman, the long-time worship leader at Grace Community Church, a Grace Brethren church in Seal Beach, Calif. (Steve Williams, pastor). This was posted on the church Facebook page on January 19: Our friend and co-worker John Heideman passed away last night after a long battle with
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A story in the Record-Herald, Waynesboro, Pa., details the efforts of Tim and Carrie Clothier to adopt a son from China. (Tim is the pastor of the Grace Brethren Church in Waynesboro.) A portion of the story appears below. Click here for the complete article. Pastoral couple hope adoption, marriage programs inspire others From their
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For more than 10 years, Grace College and Seminary has participated in the Kalahari Winter Youth Retreat in Sandusky, Ohio. On January 22-24, Grace admissions counselors will carry on the tradition and represent Grace to prospective students at this fun winter event. Kalahari Retreat Center provides the backdrop for this annual, Grace Brethren-affiliated youth event. According
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